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Proc 8515ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8515

Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2010

President Obama proclaimed May 7, 2010 as Military Spouse Appreciation Day, calling on Americans to honor military spouses through ceremonies and activities. The proclamation recognizes spouses' sacrifices and mentions ongoing administration efforts to improve military family support, compensation, housing, and job training.

Federal Register Open PDF 75 FR 26055

Impact dates

  1. Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 7, 2010 as Military Spouse Appreciation Day
  • Call upon people of the United States to honor military spouses with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • May 7, 2010 designated as Military Spouse Appreciation Day
  • Call for ceremonies and activities

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Vague policy claims about increasing compensation and funding lack specificity or binding commitments
  • No concrete obligations placed on agencies or measurable outcomes
Proclamation 8515: Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2010 · Executive Orders